Morwellham Quay

With its peak in the Victorian mining boom, today you can step into the past and experience what Morwellham was like.

Day visit

Nr Tavistock,

Devon

About Morwellham Quay

Morwellham is set in 200 acres of historic countryside. With its peak in the Victorian mining boom, today you can step into the past and see what Morwellham was like; with Victorian cottages, school, rope making, the Ship Inn, Garlandstone ketch, the copper mine train, museum, farm and iconic waterwheel.

Amenities

Free pre-visit

Key Information

Age suitability

5-7 yr olds, 7-11 yr olds, 11-14 yr olds, 14-16 yr olds, 16-18 yr olds

Key Stages

  • Key Stage 1,

  • Key Stage 2,

  • Key Stage 3,

  • Key Stage 4,

  • Key Stage 5,

Topics

  • Buildings,

  • Hands on history,

  • Technology,

  • Victorians,

Risk Assessment Category

A

Annual opening times

All year

Topics

Buildings

Hands on history

Technology

Victorians

Curriculum Subjects

Business Studies

Drama & Performing Arts

English

History

Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE)

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